The importance for doctors of taking time to reflect (Medscape, 4 April 2023)

Summary

Transformative reflection is based on the idea is that people's perspectives on the world around them change when they reflect on new experiences that challenge their world view. NHS England (NHSE) says that reflection can be hugely valuable for patient care, staff morale and for doctors themselves. In this interview, Dr Alison Sheppard, a national clinical fellow who contributed a new NHSE guide on transformative reflection, talks about what transformative reflection is and how it can be helpful for doctors.